KHALISTAN EXTREMISM MONITOR
A project of the Institute for Conflict Management
A project of the Institute for Conflict Management
02-Dec-1996
Ten persons were killed and 21 others injured in an explosion inside the Jhelum Express train, allegedly carried out by KZF terrorists at Ambala in Haryana.
31-Aug-1995
The Chief Minister of Punjab, Beant Singh along with 17 others were killed in a suicide bomb attack occurred in the premises of the Punjab and Haryana Civil Secretariat in Chandigarh. The suicide bomber, identified as Dilawar Singh, was equipped with a 7 kg RDX explosive belt. The Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) later claimed responsibility for this assassination.
16-Mar-1995
The Khalsa March commenced from Sri Akal Takht, and Bhai Mohkam Singh led a Ardas (prayer) for its success and the realization of its objectives.
03-Mar-1995
Under the leadership of H.S. Rode, the working committee of SAD (United) passed resolutions, announcing a protest march from Akal Takhat in Amritsar to Delhi on April 5. They also decided to present a memorandum to the President of India on April 6, demanding the repeal of TADA and the release of Sikh detainees, including S.S. Mann, Dr. Sohan Singh, and Kanwar Singh Dhami.
02-Mar-1995
Prof. Manjit Singh, the acting Jathedar of Sri Akal Takhat, called upon Sikhs to actively participate in the "Bandi Chhor-Khalsa March" from Gwalior to Amritsar on the upcoming Diwali, commemorating the 400th birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh.
02-Feb-1995
S.S. Mann was produced before the Court in Khanna and was remanded to Judicial custody until February 16. Party supporters chanted slogans in support of Mann and against the government.
19-Jan-1995
The Sikh High Priests announced that Mahant Manjit Singh of Jammu has been declared a "Tankhaiya" due to his religious misconduct.
08-Jan-1995
In an press note signed by Baba Thakur Singh, Chief of the Damdami Taksal, it was announced that a religious Khalsa March would be organized on March 14, coinciding with the occasion of Hola Mohalla.
28-Dec-1994
The Panthic Committee, consisting of five members established by Prof. Manjit Singh,
30-Nov-1994
P.S. Badal denounced the undisclosed ban on his protest march from Amritsar to Delhi on December 1, along with the crackdown on his party members, as undemocratic and a violation of human rights. He reaffirmed that his party would proceed with the march as planned.
07-Nov-1994
P.S. Badal revealed that his party's planned rally would coincide with the opening day of the winter session of Parliament. He further announced that 1995 would be designated as the "Year of People's Movement."
08-Oct-1994
S.S. Mann called upon the Sikh community to commemorate the death anniversary of Sukha and Jinda on October 9 by reciting "Chaupai," "Dehshiva Var MoheIh," and offering prayers before Guru Granth Sahib. He emphasized that Sukha and Jinda had made the ultimate sacrifice for the establishment of an independent sovereign Sikh state.
09-Aug-1994
S.S. Mann appealed to the Sikh community to wear black badges, dupattas, and neckties on August 15 and boycott official functions to observe it as a day of mourning.
01-Aug-1994
G.S. Tohra, President of SGPC, criticized all the Congress Prime Ministers for being anti-Sikhs and reaffirmed his assurance to Badal that he could become the next Chief Minister of Punjab if he submitted to Sh. Akal Takht.
28-Jul-1994
G.S. Tohra announced in Amritsar that the SGPC could offer all its posts to SAD (B), on the condition that P.S. Badal accepted the supremacy of the Akal Takht.
24-Jul-1994
The Badals clarified that individuals of non-Sikh faith would be welcomed as members, as long as they expressed their belief in the policies of the SAD (B).
18-Jul-1994
SAD (Amritsar) decided to mark Independence Day, August 15, as a Black Day in order to express their protest against the perceived denial of rights to the people of Punjab, especially the Sikhs. Additionally, they announced their goal of enrolling 20 lakh members into the party.
15-Jul-1994
H.S. Rode, the convenor, along with Dhian Singh Mand, ex-MP Darshan Singh Mand, Ajit Singh Bhangoo, members of the presidium committee, and Gurdev Singh, President of Dalit Front Punjab, declared their commitment to continue their peaceful struggle for the attainment of Khalsa Raj. They pledged their allegiance to Baba Thakur Singh, Chief of Damdami Taksal, who will provide guidance and support.
10-Jul-1994
A 44 members ad-hoc committee was constituted by SAD (Amritsar) for the Delhi State Unit.
08-Jul-1994
Ajmer Singh Lakhowal, President of BKU (L), held a gathering at Mukandpur in Ludhiana where he proposed conducting a plebiscite among Sikhs to determine the implementation of the Anandpur Sahib resolution and the creation of a sovereign independent Sikh state as a means to address the problems in Punjab.
03-Jul-1994
SS Mann made allegations that various Hindu organizations and political parties were conspiring to eliminate the Sikh community and joining forces to exploit the water resources of Punjab. He further stated that the "Amritsar Declaration" called for the freedom of Sikhs through a confederation with either Hindustan, Pakistan, or any other country.
27-Jun-1994
The International Centre of Sikh Thought organized a function in Patiala to honor Harinder Singh Khalsa, a former IFS officer and former Secretary of SGPC. He was presented with the "Sanman Patra" for his courageous acts of resigning as a diplomat in protest against Operation Blue Star and as Secretary of SGPC due to the irregularities within the organization.
18-Jun-1994
The Pro-Damdami Taksal group of SAD (Mann), led by Captain H.S. Rode and Bhai Jasvir Singh Rode, staged a revolt against the leadership of S.S. Mann for joining SAD (Amritsar). They decided to maintain a separate entity.
06-Jun-1994
The Ghallughara week was commemorated as per the SGPC's call, by holding Bhogs of Akhand Path in approximately 99 Gurudwaras across Punjab.
31-May-1994
Four unidentified terrorists were killed during a police encounter with a checkpoint team near Thakur Dawara village in Himachal Pradesh. A significant cache of weapons and explosives, including 43 AK-47 rifles, 117 assault magazines with 1520 rounds, 17 detonators, 2 rocket launchers, 50 kg of explosive materials, and a truck with registration number JKR 2325 were recovered from the spot.
14-May-1994
Sukhwinder Singh alias Sukhi, a hardcore terrorist affiliated with BTFK, was killed in a police encounter near Salar Majra village, Rupnagar.
12-May-1994
Amritpal Singh Khalsa alias Masterji, a hardcore extremist was killed in an encounter with a police party in Sri Hargobindpur, Gurdaspur.
12-May-1994
Harpal Singh Jabalpuri, a listed terrorist of KLF committed suicide by consuming cyanide.
11-May-1994
Prof. Manjit Singh successfully achieved unity among various organizations, including AISSF (GILL), AISSF (Ghuman), AISSF (Maan), SSF (Bittu), BSSF, and the World Sikh Youth Organization.
11-May-1994
Prof. Manjit Singh formed a five-member Supreme Council comprising H.S. Gill, J.S. Ghuman, V.S. Valtoha, G.S. Najowal, and B.S. Khalsa as members. Additionally, an 18-member Central Committee was established to provide representation to all Sikh groups.
01-May-1994
SAD (Amritsar) was established through the unity efforts initiated at Akal Takhat Sahib under the guidance of G.S. Tohra and facilitated by Prof. Manjit Singh, Acting Jathedar of Akal Takhat Sahib.
01-May-1994
The SAD (Amritsar) announced their political objective through the "Amritsar Declaration," aiming to reconcile the varied political aspirations of different Akali groups.
18-Apr-1994
Four terrorists, including Avtar Singh alias Padhri, a hardcore militant, were killed in a police encounter in Barnala.
10-Apr-1994
G.S. Tohra, P.S. Badal, J.S. Talwandi, S.S. Barnala, Prof. Manjit Singh (acting Jathedar of Akal Takhat), and other prominent Sikh leaders initiated the "Khalsa March" from Gurdwara Damdama Sahib-Sri Hargobindpur.
10-Apr-1994
Mohinder alias Karma, a hardcore terrorist of KLF was killed in an encounter with police at Kapura village in Batala.
04-Feb-1994
S.S. Mann, President of SAD (Mann), expressed appreciation for Bill Clinton, the President of the United States (US), and extended thanks to him for raising his voice in support of Sikh rights.
03-Feb-1994
Thirteen terrorists surrendered before the Inspector General of Police (IGP) - Border Range at Police Lines in Batala.
23-Jan-1994
Buta Singh, MP, paid obeisance at Sri Darbar Sahib in Amritsar and appeared before Sri Akal Takhat to seek forgiveness. He had been excommunicated for his controversial role following Operation Blue Star in 1984.
21-Jan-1994
Justice A.S. Bains (Retd.) of PHRO alleged the suppression of democracy in Punjab and criticized the press for its pro-government stance.
06-Jan-1994
The SGPC executive committee, in a meeting chaired by G.S. Tohra, adopted a resolution accusing the Pakistani government of destroying Sikh history and illegally acquiring gurdwara lands and properties.
03-Jan-1994
Sukhdev Singh Sucha, a hardcore terrorist, was killed in an encounter with a police party near Ranike village in Amritsar.
25-Nov-1993
Satnam Singh Chinna, the leader of BTFK and responsible for a series of shootouts in Punjab and Terai districts of UP, was killed in an encounter in Majitha.
16-Nov-1993
Rajwinder Singh alias Charat Singh, an important functionary of Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), was killed in Batala.
23-Sep-1993
Terrorists indiscriminately fired and shot dead three Youth Congress-I activists near Focal Point in Ludhiana.
22-Sep-1993
Kewal Singh Rehana Jattan, one of the prime accused involved in terrorist action in Nasik, Dhulia, Khambolaj consumed cyanide during a raid by Punjab police near Surat.
13-Sep-1993
Swaran Singh Jawanda, the leader of Bhindranwale Tiger Force of Khalistan (BTFK), was killed in an encounter that took place in Sangrur district.
11-Sep-1993
M.S. Bitta, a Punjab Minister and the President of Indian Youth Congress, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt in Delhi, in which 8 civilians and 2 security men were killed.
07-Jul-1993
The Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF) announced the expulsion of Pritam Singh Sekhon, who joined forces with Satinder Pal Gill, an opponent of Dr. Sohan Singh and Paramjit Singh Panjwar. Navneet Singh Qadian was appointed as the new Chief of KLF.
24-May-1993
Iqbal Singh Bagha, the chief organizer of KCF-P, was killed in Kahlwan village, Jalandhar.
23-May-1993
Surinder Singh Shinda Gallowalia, a member of KLF, was killed in an encounter in Batala.